Central, CO
Full City Profile · Colorado · Gilpin County County
Central, CO
At a Glance
How Central Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Central's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Central a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Central residents earn a median household income of $62,094 , which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $47,810. The unemployment rate stands at 3.3% (8% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 228 business establishments, including 16 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Central is $379,400 , 35% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $392,531. Median rent is $1,604/month, with 34.1% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 103.1 (100 = national average).
Education
30.8% of adults in Central hold a bachelor's degree or higher (9% below the national average). 88.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Central has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 25.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.